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Nepeta Prelude™ Blue PP31901

Scientific Name: Nepeta 'Balneplud'

Also Known As

  • Nepeta 'Blue Prelude'
  • Prelude™ Blue Catmint

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Nepeta Prelude™ Blue PP31901 plant details

Nepeta Prelude™ Blue PP31901 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepeta Prelude™ Blue PP31901

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepeta Prelude™ Blue PP31901

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Nepeta Prelude™ Blue PP31901 plant

How to Grow Nepeta Prelude™ Blue PP31901

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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